CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte TopvsSeiko Prospex SNE597

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top at true scale

RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

Seiko Prospex SNE597 at true scale

Prospex SNE597

Diameter

41mm

41mm

Lug-to-Lug

47mm

lowest

48.8mm

Thickness

n/a

11.3mm

Water Resistance

300m

highest

200m

MSRP

$604

n/a

Movement

Ronda 517

Seiko V157

Case

5 specs
Thickness
n/a
11.3mm
Lug-to-Lug
47mm
48.8mm
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
300m
200m
Caseback
n/a
Screw case back

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
AR Coating
Yes
n/a
Dial Color
CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top (RN300-MT QS120)
Black
Lume
Super-LumiNova
None

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Ronda 517
Seiko V157
Type
Quartz
Solar

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$604
n/a
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top

Owners widely praise the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top for its matte finish, precise seconds hand alignment, and old-school dial and hands reminiscent of vintage Omega. The Mk.2 upgrades, including a sapphire crystal, improved lume, and a precise 120-click bezel described as "perfection," are consistently highlighted. Some owners consider its toolish design and comfortable 11mm thickness a significant draw. However, a few find the £700-£900 price point high for a quartz watch, and one owner reported chipping on the PVD finish after a few months. One owner also noted the Ronda 517 quartz movement gained 8 seconds over several months. Overall, owners rate the CWC RN Quartz Divers Watch Mk.2, Matte Top highly for its robust, military-inspired design and significant Mk.2 upgrades at the price.

Seiko Prospex SNE597

The Seiko Prospex SNE597 is praised for its comfortable 41mm case size, which some find ideal, though it may not suit very small wrists. Owners appreciate the pleasing contrast between the matte black dial and gold-tone accents, and the watch is described as a mid-size dive watch that balances aesthetic and structural needs. A drawback noted by one owner is the lack of solid end links. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Prospex SNE597 highly for its comfortable wearability and appealing aesthetic at its price point.

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